This easy 10-minute satay sauce is a smooth, creamy dip with a gentle chilli kick — perfect for chicken, pork or vegetable skewers. A reliable satay sauce made from storecupboard ingredients is a brilliant thing to have ready. Use it to pep up a rotisserie chicken, drizzle over a salad or serve as a dip … Read more

Are you ignoring or neglecting your sourdough starter? Beware! This is what happened to me. © Viktoriia Kurchavova | Dreamstime.com Story of a Rogue Starter (Originally published on my old blog. I learned this lesson quickly, it hasn’t been repeated!) I’ll admit I’ve been a little slack with my sourdough starter this winter. My kitchen … Read more

Southern Flavours by Chandra Padmanabhan is a cookbook devoted to the rich and varied cuisine of South India. It gathers authentic recipes from the four southern states—Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka—and presents them in a clear, approachable way. Each recipe is introduced with a brief note about the dish and its community provenance, … Read more

These teriyaki chicken bowls are simple to prepare at home. Tender chicken is baked in a sweet and savory teriyaki glaze and served over fluffy rice with steamed or stir-fried vegetables for a satisfying weeknight lunch or dinner. Inspired by Japanese and broader Asian flavors, this Teriyaki Chicken Bowl features bite-sized pieces of chicken coated … Read more

If you’re searching for an outstanding Italian cabbage recipe, this one stands out. Tender cabbage braised in a tomato and white wine sauce with crispy pancetta and creamy cannellini beans—simple, satisfying, and full of Italian flavor. Want more vegetable ideas? Try our Chickpea Cucumber Feta Salad or Chopped Brussels Sprout Salad with Pancetta for fresh, … Read more

This mouthwatering Chocolate Cherry Cake features a moist chocolate cake with cherry pie filling folded right into the batter. This Chocolate Cherry Cake is easy to make and versatile. It’s delicious with or without frosting. Chocolate and cherries are a classic flavor pairing I love. Inspired by a cake-mix version I found online, I developed … Read more

Carrot Cake Power Cookies — healthy, gluten-free, vegan breakfast cookies packed with superfoods. Kid-friendly and delicious! This Vanilla Chia Pudding makes another tasty gluten-free, vegan breakfast option. I just survived eight days of my husband being out of town while our kindergartner was on spring break. Now I’m happily typing this post while my husband … Read more

This keto chicken salad with bacon is creamy, savory, and perfect for family meals, picnics, or barbecues. It’s simple to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser. We love chicken salad in our house, and this version with bacon is one of our top picks. The bacon adds a crunchy, smoky contrast to the tender chicken, while … Read more

These vegetables are lightly sweetened with maple syrup and diced apples, and they roast up perfectly tender. Quick enough for a busy weeknight yet special enough for holiday meals, this side dish brings cozy fall flavors to the table. Maple is one of my favorite fall flavors — warm, sweet, and comforting. In this recipe, … Read more

Ingredients: 2 slices pumpernickel bread (or any bread you prefer) or 2 slices cinnamon raisin bread (or your preferred bread) 1–2 tablespoons cream cheese or 1–2 tablespoons Neufchâtel cheese, softened (to taste) 2–3 slices apple, unpeeled (Red Delicious recommended) Raisins, to taste Chopped pecans, to taste 1–2 teaspoons celery, minced (to taste) 1 tablespoon shredded … Read more